Best Hidden Gems Heaven Pizza Restaurants in Upper West Side (Central)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Mimi's Pizza (Broadway)
Creative specialty and grandma pies on a true neighborhood corner.
Notable Picks
8.4
Mimi's Pizza on Broadway runs a deep menu of round, Sicilian, and grandma pies with toppings that range from Denso-style cup-and-char pepperoni to spinach-artichoke and truffle mushroom. It feels like a true neighborhood shop where regulars mix classic slices with more chef-y combinations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Denso Style Pepperoni Pizza, Spinach Artichoke Grandma Pizza, Grandma Traditional square
What makes it special: Creative specialty and grandma pies on a true neighborhood corner.
#2
Parla
8
A snug pizza and pasta spot with creative twists on classic Italian dishes; its approachable yet inspired menu has earned a loyal local following.
Must-Try Dishes:
Truffle pizza, Cacio e pepe, Burrata salad
What makes it special: Inventive yet comforting Italian pizzas and pastas.
Worthy Picks
#3
Saba's Pizza
7.9
Saba's Pizza is a kosher UWS staple turning out big, foldable slices, pies, and dairy-focused comfort like garlic knots and baked pastas. It’s more functional than fancy, but observant locals rely on it for quick, late-hours pizza and familiar flavors at accessible prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Plain cheese slice, Grandma vodka slice, Margherita pie
What makes it special: Kosher slice shop serving classic New York pies deep into night.